Spreading the Luck of the Irish

Working in food PR is never good for the waistline, especially when you’re working on a project that features a delicious recipe! Such was the case last week when I was working on a St. Patrick’s Day project for our client, the California Raisin Marketing Board, which included a yummy Irish Soda Bread recipe. After working with the recipe, I found myself with an irresistible craving for Irish Soda Bread. My fiancé thought I was crazy, but that night, there I was baking away in the kitchen after dinner.

There’s nothing better than a thick slice of warm soda bread slathered with butter – especially when you’ve been craving it all day! Plus, it was super easy – because soda bread uses baking soda for leavening rather than yeast, there was no waiting for the bread to rise and it was ready in about an hour.I also have to admit, with a dense texture similar to a scone or biscuit, a slice is great for breakfast.

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I feel compelled to share the recipe and spread the craving. So, here it is (from our client, the California Raisin Marketing Board):

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Stir in buttermilk, butter and egg until well mixed; stir in raisins. Knead several times on a lightly floured board then shape into a ball. Place on prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly. Cut a small x in the top and bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a sharp knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

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